Eurofins Environment Testing Southwest - Calscience is searching for a Chemist I for our IC/HPLC department in Tustin, CA to prepare and analyze environmental samples following EPA protocols in adherence with Eurofins Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform testing activities as directed by Group Leader in accordance with all applicable company and regulatory guidelines.
- Monitor backlog and plan testing schedule to ensure sample hold times and turn-around-times are met.
- Ability to work independently following written and verbal instructions.
- Effective time management and multitasking skills.
- Support equipment utilized may include pH meter, conductivity meter, analytical balance, block digester, etc.
- Instrumentation will be primarily Ion Chromatography focused.
- Maintain neat and accurate records.
- Prepare standards and reagents for sample analysis.
- Prepare soil samples for analysis by the DI LEACH TOT method.
- Complete first level review on preparation batches.
- Filter and load water samples onto instruments.
- Review chromatograms and address QC failures.
- Monitor analytical data to assure data meets method, SOP requirements.
- Perform calibrations and/or checks of laboratory equipment such as analytical balances and pipettes.
- Assist with maintenance of standard, chemical, and supply inventory.
- Perform general housekeeping within the laboratory to maintain an organized and safe working environment.
- Conduct daily duties in an efficient and safe manner, remaining compliant with environmental health and safety programs.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.